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Romesh Ranganathan to Kick off North American Tour at NJPAC

(NEWARK, NJ) -- Romesh Ranganathan, one of the UK's biggest comedians, will be returning to America and Canada this November. The tour kicks off at New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Carteret Performing Arts & Event Center presents Laughs on the Rooftop on Saturday

(CARTERET, NJ) -- Carteret Performing Arts & Event Center presents Laughs on the Rooftop on Saturday, June 20, 2025. Hosted by Big Momma, the event begins at 8:00pm on The Rooftop at Carteret PAC. Show is for Ages 18+.



Avenel Performing Arts Center presents comedian Juston McKinney

(AVENEL, NJ) -- Avenel Performing Arts Center presents comedian Juston McKinney on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Juston has multiple appearances on “The Tonight Show”, one-hour specials on Comedy Central and Amazon Prime, including "Parentally Challenged" and "On Mid-Life Support." His 5th stand-up special, "On the Bright Side", is currently streaming on his YouTube channel. Showtime is 8:00pm. Carolyn Riley opens the night



Vivid Stage presents Summer Improv Classes for Adults

(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Vivid Stage is enrolling its Summer session of improv classes for adults. This session begins on July 7, 2025 and includes both the favorite Joy of Improv beginners' class and the new Scene & Scroll class for intermediate and advanced students. Classes take place in the Oakes Center.








CR-ACME-UP COMEDY fundraiser to Take Place at ACME Screening Room

(LAMBERTVILLE, NJ) -- Get ready for a night of big laughs, bold stories, and brilliant talent at the CR-ACME-UP COMEDY fundraiser on Friday, June 6, 2025 at the ACME Screening Room. Doors open at 7:00pm featuring a meet and greet with appetizers and drinks. The show kicks off at 7:30pm and promises 90 minutes of sharp, fearless comedy that celebrates cultural diversity in all its forms.



Kasaun Wilson Returns Home to Jersey City to Headline Comedy Festival

(JERSEY CITY, NJ) -- Stand-Up Comedian & Writer Kasaun Wilson from the Emmy-Nominated, "The Problem with Jon Stewart", returns to his hometown to headline the Jersey City Comedy Festival on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. Kasaun continues his "Hello, My Name is Kasaun" stand-up comedy tour at the ArtHouse Productions in Jersey City. He brings an hour of his unforgettable storytelling, hilarious commentary, & quick wit back to where it all began! Showtime is 8:00pm.



The Big Apple Comedy Club presents Anthony DeVito, Katie Hannigan, Moody McCarthy and John Rizzo at Newton Theatre

(NEWTON, NJ) -- The Big Apple Comedy Club returns to The Newton Theatre on Friday, July 11, 2025. This laugh-packed night features four, hilarious comedians coming to the stage for one epic night. Don’t miss Anthony DeVito, Katie Hannigan, Moody McCarthy and John Rizzo. Showtime is 8:00pm.



Howdy Stranger to Perform Improv Comedy Show at HACPAC

(HACKENSACK, NJ) -- Howdy Stranger, Hackensack's professional improv team, will perform their unscripted comedy show on Friday, May 30, 2025 at the Hackensack Performing Arts Center (HACPAC). Showtime is 8:00pm.



Vivid Stage's The Flip Side presents Improv at Madison Community Arts Center on June 6

(MADISON, NJ) -- Vivid Stage is celebrating its 30th Anniversary season, marking decades of bringing contemporary theatre to audiences in the state of New Jersey. This season, the company is presenting thirty performances of different kinds, in locations all over the region. The next of these performances will be The Flip Side, the house improv team of Vivid Stage, which will perform at the Madison Community Arts Center on Friday, June 6, 2025 at 8:00pm.